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The Kelsey Bass Museum and Event Center held its 2nd Annual HEROES OF STARR COUNTY: A Tribute to Veterans on Friday, November 3rd from 3 to 5. Lt. General Ricardo S. Sanchez U.S. Army (Ret.) was the guest speaker for this event. He spoke of the sacrifice and bravery of men and women who place their lives on the line so that we may enjoy our freedom in this great land we call home. He was introduced by DC Lloyd Easterling of Regional Director of Law Enforcement Operational Programs. The KBMEC Commission unveiled his exhibit and awarded him a plaque of recognition as a ‘son of Rio Grande City’ for his years of service. Cadets from the JROTC of both Rio Grande City High School and Grulla High School served as the Color Guard. Velia Canales, a 12 year old student A big congratulations goes out to the Rio Grande City High School Cross Country team for receiving first from Veterans Middle School, gave a beautiful rendition of the Star place at the regional meet on Monday Oct. 23. This is the first time ever that the Rio Grande City High School Spangled Banner. Over 75 guests attended the ceremony and enjoyed the exhibit dedicated to Starr County veterans. David Porras, Chairman Cross Country team has earned the Regional Champions title. of the KBMEC Commission thanked members of the audience for their contribution toward the success of the event.

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The annual inspection of the Starr County Detention Center was held on September 21, 2017 and the jail was certified to be in compliance by The Texas Commission of Jail Standards. Mr. Bandon S. WoodExecutive Director of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards stated the following in a letter addressed to Sheriff Fuentes; “The Texas Commission on Jail Standards wishes to acknowledge the excellent work of the Starr County Sheriff’s Office with a Certificate of Compliance for the Starr County Jail. The most recent

inspection of your facility has demonstrated that your facility is in compliance with Texas Jail Standards. The Certificate of Compliance demonstrates your outstanding leadership and diligent work of your staff in complying with jail standards.

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and dedication. “This certificate is a testament to the dedication and pride in the daily assignments by detention officers, maintenance personnel, cooks, infirmary personnel, and all other support staff” stated Fuentes.

The inspection is held randomly (Officials are never notified of inspection date) and is based on an inspection on cleanliness, functionality and review of operational records. The Center is under the direction of Sheriff Fuentes and Jail Administrator Jose Roberto Molina.

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Roma High School Congratulates 2017 Homecoming Court

Congratulations to the 2017 Homecoming Court including Seniors, King Jose “Chema” Casas and Queen Isabella Gonzalez; Juniors, Prince Brandon Duarte and Princess Daleth Trevino; Sophmores, Duke Israel Gudino and Duchess Carina Casas; and Freshmen, Duke Julian Barrera and Duchess Julissa Lopez.

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Rio Grande City Lions Club Conducted Vision Screenings

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St. John United Methodist Church Welcomed DPS State Troopers to a Special Service and Dinner

Members of St. John United Methodist Church welcomed DPS State Troopers to a special service and dinner to show appreciation and support for the commitment these individuals have made to the community. Forty-five uniformed Troopers and their family members were in attendance. St John UMC would like to thank all the Troopers and first responders that serve our community and protect our families.

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John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary would like to thank the Lions Club for offering a free vision screening for all Pre-Kinder and Kinder students. The vision screening is done by the Spot PediaVision. The Spot has the ability to screen for vision and eye disorders.

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Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of

Sylvia Diana Lopez April 30, 1956 † September 28, 2017

To all who sent �loral tributes, prayed, visited, delivered food and otherwise supported our family during the loss of our loved one, we say Thank You. You are truly appreciated and we could not begin to tell you how much your prayers and support helped to sustain us in our time of sorrow.

May God bless each of you.

Much love & appreciation,

Garcia, Lopez & Guillen Family

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 8TH -I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †EDNA M. HERNANDEZ

by Husband, Son & Family †SEVERIANO LEONEL GARCIA by Family †ANTONIA OLIVAREZ (1ST AN.) by Family †WILLIE OLIVAREZ (13TH AN.) by Family 6:30 P.M. ROSARY YOUTH MINISTRY LIFE NIGHT

6:00 P.M. 50TH ANNIVERSARY MASS LIGHTING CEREMONY (GROUP HUG)

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 11TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †BLAS PEDRO SAENZ by Lydia Garza Saenz †MARIA CRUZ LOPEZ (1ST AN.) by Family †IDOLINA GONZALEZ by Maria Salinas †SEVERIANA SANCHEZ (AN.)

by Familia Sanchez Bazan †ELISA RAMIREZ SANCHEZ (AN.)

by Familia Sanchez Bazan 6:00 P.M. PARISH JAMAICA

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 10TH - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 12TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 9TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. NO MASS

Noel N. Peña, Jr.

09-21-49 † 11-10-12

Familia Alanis

1st Anniversary In Loving Memory of

Anfernee Grant Bermea

September 21, 1997 + November 11, 2016 Until We Meet Again

Each morning when we awake we know that you are gone. And no one knows the heartache as we try to carry on. Our hearts still ache with sadness and many tears still �low. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. Our thoughts are always with you, your place no one can �ill. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.

There will always be a heartache, and often a silent tear, But always a precious memory of the days when you were here. If tears could make a staircase, and heartaches make a lane, We’d walk the path to heaven and bring you home again.

We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

Kingsville, TX - Noel N. Peña Jr., age 61, a resident of Kingsville, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2017 in Harlingen, Texas after a sudden illness. He was born December 19, 1955 in Rio Grande City, Texas to Noel N. Pena and Josefina Trevino Pena.

He was raised in Delmita, Texas and grew up working on the family ranch known as Santa Teresa.

Noel attended schools in the San Isidro Independent School District, graduating in 1974. He earned his degree in political science, journalism and Spanish from Texas A&I University in 1977, and later graduated from Texas A&I University with a Masters in Sociology and Political Science in 1986. Noel also completed the Professional Mediation Training, Mediation Basic Training and Family Mediation Training, a State Bar approved 66 hour certification program from Sam Houston State

SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †BOE AGUILAR (7TH AN.) by Family †ZARAGOSA G. AGUILAR (2ND AN.)

by Family †EMILIA M. SANCHEZ (99TH AN.)

by Family SUNDAY NOVEMBER 12TH - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †FLAVIO CANALES, JR. by Wife & Family †SYLVIA CANALES CAVAZOS

by Canales Family †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family †THELMA RONQUILLO

by Jose & Nona Calderon †H.P. GUERRA by His Wife Josie Guerra †LAZARO GARCIA by Letty & Valerie 1:00 P.M. †SIXTO FLORES, JR. by Wife & Family †MARIA DE LOS ANGELES GALLAGHER (7TH AN.)

by Ana Maria, Lupita & Lilia †ALFREDO GARCIA by Wife Zoila & Family

University, Huntsville, Texas.

Noel was appointed as Director/ Chief Probation Officer by the 105 Judicial District Court in 1990 and served in that capacity for 20 years, serving Kleberg and Kenedy County. He served as Probation Officer for eight years for Kleberg and Kenedy County and retired as Director for Adult and Juvenile Probation on December 31, 2010.

Noel taught Criminology classes at Texas A&M University - Kingsville as an adjunct faculty instructor since 1998. Noel has served as Kingsville City Commissioner since May 2012 serving over five years. He also served as Deputy Elections Administrator in Kenedy County.

He was preceded in death by his father, Noel Niceforo Pena; and niece, Kennie Alaniz.

Noel is survived by his wife of 31 years, Diana Guerrero-Pena of Kingsville; mother, Josefina T. Pena of Delmita, Texas; five siblings, Jorge E. Pena (Martha) of Delmita, Josie Pineda of Brownsville, Texas, Rosie Uresti of McAllen, Texas, Celina Alaniz (Refugio) of Rio Grande City, Texas and Jessica Salazar (Manuel) of San Antonio, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Santa Rosa De Lima Catholic Church, La Rosita, Tx.

Lourdes (Lou Lou) Reyna November 13, 1999 † November 26, 2010

Misa de Primer Aniversario En Memoria de Graciela Lozano 5-13-1938 † 11-09-2016

Día a día aprendemos a lidiar con tu ausencia, aprendemos a sobrevivir sin tu presencia, aprendemos a sobrellevar el dolor.

Estamos aprendiendo a vivir de los recuerdos y a vivir cada festejo sin que tu estés, día a día aprendemos a entender que tu ya no cruzaras por esa puerta.

Que bonito seria cambiar la ausencia por la presencia, pero sabemos que es imposible. Solo nos queda rogarle a nuestro Padre Dios que te resguarde en su Santa Gloria y desde allí nos sigas compartiendo tu amor.

Se celebrara una misa el Domingo 12 de noviembre a las 11:00 a.m. en la iglesia Nuestra Señora del Refugio en Roma, Texas Con mucho amor y cariño su esposo Emilio Lozano; hijos: Diana, Anna y Jaime; hijos politicos: Luis Lauro y Adriana; nietos, nietos politicos: Cinthia (Omar), Lauro, Braian, Angel, Brando, Jenette y Jaime Jr.; y bisnietos: Isabella e Isaac.

MONDAY NOVEMBER 13TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †GUADALUPE ALANIS (1ST AN.)

by Family †ELMA GONZALEZ by Catholic Daughters †JOEL GUERRA by Hector Garcia & Family †ASOCIADAS MISIONERAS DE JESUS DECEASED MEMBERS

by Asociadas Members TUESDAY NOVEMBER 14TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †EXCELSA D. VALERA by Patiño Family

Neatly wrapped packages, pies fresh from the oven, and a peck on the cheek make holiday gatherings merry for the youngest to the oldest. Sadly, someone’s cough or sneeze could spread a life-threatening illness to grandma or your new grandbaby whose bodies are less able to fight off infection. That’s why Texas physicians say making sure your family is up to date on vaccinations, including flu, is key to keeping everyone healthy this holiday season.

“Making sure your vaccinations are current protects you and others you’ll be around — from your new niece or nephew to your grandparent in a nursing home,” said Arathi Shah, MD, a pediatrician based in Arlington and member of the Texas Medical Association’s (TMA’s) Be Wise — ImmunizeSM Physician Advisory Panel. “Diseases like flu and whooping cough can’t spread when many people in a community (and family) are vaccinated.”

Infants, pregnant women, and the elderly are among those most likely to get sick and develop a serious complication from a vaccine-preventable illness. Two vaccinations are key to protecting you and others this holiday season: • Influenza (or flu): Everyone six months of age and older, including pregnant women, needs a yearly shot.

Happy Birthday To Our Precious Angel

Avila, Bermea, and Flores Families

5:00 P.M. †CONSUELO M. LOPEZ (14TH AN.)

by Lopez Family †EMILIA LOPEZ (5TH AN.)

by Gilberto Lopez & Family †MARIA & VICENTE SAENZ

by Gilberto Lopez & Family †ALVARITA LOPEZ

by Gilberto Lopez & Family

Vaccinations Help Ensure Holiday Merriment

OBITUARY

Quinto Aniversario En Memoria de Jose Luis Alanis Ha sido cinco años desde que nuestro Señor lo llamó a su casa y sin embargo parece que fue ayer. El Señor nos dio la fuerza para seguir adelante a pesar de que estamos pasando por la época más oscura de nuestras vidas... sin ti.

Agradecemos de corazón a Dios por todos los recuerdos maravillosos que recordaremos para siempre. Sabemos que estás en el cielo ahora con Dios y desde ahí velas por nosotros.

6:00 P.M. †PORFIRIO GONZALEZ, SR. (AN.)

by Silvestre & Alma Gloria Gonzalez †ELIDA R. GARZA by Family †ESTELA G. GUAJARDO (3RD AN.)

by Family †MARIA CRUZ LOPEZ (1ST AN.) & GERONIMO LOPEZ by Lopez Family

They say there is reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason, Will change the way I feel, For no-one knows the heartache, That lies behind our smiles, No-one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried, We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt, You’re wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without, As I visit your resting place Upon this special day Once more I feel the sadness That will never go away For, ever since you’ve gone, Life has never been the same I’ll relive every memory Of the happy times we shared For, I miss you so very much And words never could convey The extent of the joy That YOU brought to every day!

Reyna ~ Barba Family Parents Veronica and David, Brother's David Jr., Daniel and Baby Sister Faith

• Tdap (protects against tetanus/lockjaw, diphtheria, and pertussis/whooping cough): Pregnant women need this shot in the third trimester of every pregnancy to protect their infant.

Other adults need this shot once, then a Td (tetanus/diphtheria) every 10 years. Children and teens receive this shot as part of routine childhood and adolescent vaccinations, so those who are up to date on their vaccinations should have received this.

Flu season can last from October to May; in most years, it peaks in December through February. Flu can become serious for anyone. The youngest and the oldest are most at risk, as are people with chronic medical problems like asthma or any condition that weakens their body like cancer.

As many as 26,000 U.S. children younger than 5 years of age have landed in the hospital with pneumonia or other flu complications annually in recent years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Most flu-related hospitalizations (nearly 70 percent), as well as flurelated deaths, occur in people over age 65.

Babies can’t be vaccinated for flu until they are at least six months old. That means those around them must protect them from the flu. The flu shot mom gets during pregnancy protects her and baby until the infant can get vaccinated, said Dr. Shah.

Whooping cough, or pertussis, is especially dangerous for infants. The Texas Department of State Health Services says more than half of babies under 1 year of age who get pertussis must be hospitalized. Many will have serious complications, like pneumonia or difficulty breathing, which can be lifethreatening.

Pregnant woman are urged to get a pertussis shot during pregnancy to protect their newborn. Family members who will be around an infant also should get vaccinated against pertussis. Infants often catch pertussis from other family members or caregivers who don’t know they have it because their symptoms can be mild.

“Vaccinations are one of the best ways to prevent illness,” said Dr. Shah. “Don’t miss out on a holiday celebration or keep someone else away by getting or passing along sickness that could have been avoided — or worse, unwittingly pass along a potentially deadly illness to a loved one.”

For flu and whooping cough shots, your body needs about two weeks to develop the strongest protection, so doctors urge people to get vaccinated now for protection through the holiday season.

And based on people’s age and health conditions, vaccinations are needed throughout life to protect them from other illnesses like measles, chickenpox, and bacterial pneumonia. Dr. Shah suggests everyone check with their doctor to make sure they have all the shots they need.

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Rep. Cuellar Statement on the Start of Open Enrollment for 2018 Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) issued the following statement on the beginning of the health insurance open enrollment period for Texas: “As of November 1st, Texans can either renew or sign up for new health insurance for 2018 on HealthCare.gov. Marketplaces are now open and accepting new enrollees until December 15, 2017. President Trump and Republican Leadership have attempted to sabotage the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the millions of Americans that it provides health insurance for by having votes to repeal it and making this year’s open enrollment period shorter than ever before. Despite those efforts, the ACA is here to cover preexisting conditions and make health care more affordable and acceptable for Americans who would otherwise be at risk.

Defending your right to health care is one of my top priorities and my offices are here to help my constituents who need assistance during the open enrollment period.”

Offices of Congressman Henry Cuellar in the 28th District of Texas: Rio Grande City Office 100 N. F.M. 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 phone: (956) 4875603 fax: (956) 488-0952 San Antonio Office 615 E. Houston Street, Suite 563, San Antonio, Texas 78205 phone: (210) 271-2851 fax: (210) 2776671 Laredo Office 602 E. Calton Road, Suite 2, Laredo, Texas 78041 phone: (956) 725-0639 fax: (956) 725-2647 Mission Office 117 E. Tom Landry, Mission, Texas 78572 phone: (956) 424-3942 fax: (956) 424-3936

Roma ISD Elementary Schools Host Cancer Awareness, Prevention Walks The Roma ISD Physical Education Department hosted a series of Cancer Awareness Walks at all elementary schools across Roma ISD throughout the month of October.

The F.J. Scott Elementary School Knights, who are pictured, were excited to walk for Cancer Awareness and Prevention.

Roma ISD PE Coordinator Octavio Cantu would like to thank all Roma ISD PE coaches, teachers, principals, the district administration, school board and Police Department for their support of this project.

RHS Diamond Drill Team

The Power of Pink- RHS Diamond Back drill team, “pretty in PINK” to support Breast Cancer Awareness month hosted by RGCCISD. The girls walked, danced and cheered for this wonderful cause.

The Diamond Back drill team is under the direction of Ms. Norma Montalvo, Miss. Liz García and Miss Christina Montalvo.

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Thursday, Nov. 9 • 3 pm IHOP 2201 W. Expressway 83, Weslaco Tuesday, Nov. 14 • 10 am Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Avenue, McAllen Wednesday, Nov. 15 • 10:30 am Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street, McAllen

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Grulla Elementary is Thankful RGCCISD Public Relations Department for a Generous Donation Held a PR Representative Meeting

The Rio Grande City CISD Public Relations Department held a PR Representative Meeting. Campus Grulla Elementary Third Grade students are thankful to Peter Piper Pizza for the dictionaries donated to and Department representatives were provided information on important upcoming dates and were given several tips and tricks on how to elevate their smartphone photography. Representatives from Relay For them. Thank you for your contribution to our children’s education.

Life and The United Way came and gave a short presentation on the why it is important to volunteer and donate to their specific organizations. The Office of Public Relations thanks all representatives for attending the meeting and for all their hard work throughout the year.

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ORACIÓN A SANTO EXPEDITO Si tienes algún problema de difícil solución y necesitas a y u d a u rg e n t e , pide esta ayuda a San Expedito que es el Santo de los Asuntos que precisan Pronta solución y cuya invocación nunca es tardía. ORACIÓN: Mi Santo Expedito de las Causas Justas y Urgentes. Socórreme en esta hora de aflicción y desespero, intercede por mí, junto a Nuestro Señor Jesucristo.

Vos que sois un Santo Guerrero, Vos que sois el Santo de los Afligidos, Vos que sois el Santo de los Desesperados, Vos que sois el Santo de las Cosas Urgentes. Protégeme, Ayúdame, Dame Fuerza, Coraje y Serenidad. Atiéndeme mi pedido (Haz tu pedido) Ayúdame a superar estas horas difíciles, protéjeme de todos los que puedan perjudicarme.

Proteje a mi familia, atiende mi pedido con urgencia. Devuélveme la paz y tranquilidad. Seré agradecido el resto de mi vida y llevaré tu nombre a todos los que tienen fé. GRACIAS. Reza un Padrenuestro, un Ave María y haz la Señal de la Cruz. En agradecimiento, difunde la Oración a todas las personas que lo necesiten.

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STC promotes small business through Skills grant from Texas Workforce Commission

If your business manpower headcount is less than 100 employees, and is in good standing with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), your employees may qualify for the Skills for Small Business TWC grant through STC. STC in conjunction with TWC wants to inform small businesses

in the Rio Grande Valley that there are a variety of different courses to improve the performance and profitability of their business operation.

The college offers courses that can be tailored to workforce, time availability, and skill levels to maximize results.

“Here at STC, we are dedicated

to helping companies grow, become more efficient and productive. Ultimately, we help the economy here by doing so.,” said Carlos Margo, STC Dean of Industry Training. “The more we invest in local companies, the better the local economy does.”

Application process for the grant takes no more than two

weeks from submission. Capacity is limited to 20 students per class, and will take place at STC’s Technology Campus located at 3900 W. Military Hwy in McAllen.

For more information contact: Jose Raul Ruiz at (956) 872-6141 or Leonel Garcia at (956) 872– 6223.

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Ringgold Middle School Library Held a Wild West Book Fair Ringgold Elementary Celebrated National Custodian’s Day

Ringgold Elementary staff celebrated National Custodian’s Day by surprising custodial staff with gift cards. Ringgold Elementary would love to thank them for always taking care of our school.

Ringgold Middle School library held a Wild West Book Fair. The library staff would like to thank all the wonderful students from RMS, Ac2E and ECHS as well as the parents, teachers, and volunteers that helped make our Wild West Book Fair a huge success!

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Super Saturday at STC takes place Nov. 11 Y.B. Escobar Students Enjoy Greek Mythology Project South Texas College will hold its fall Super Saturday event at its three main campuses; Starr, Pecan and Mid-Valley on Nov. 11 from 9 am to 2 pm.

The event will be a one stop shop for students to complete their Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) or their Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) to avoid long lines or delays.

“This event is about promoting the 2018-2019 FAFSA and TASFA submission,” said Juan Miguel Galvan, STC Director of Student Financial Services.

“We are partnering with RGV Focus and other higher education institutions so students can begin working on their FAFSA or TASFA now instead of waiting until later.”

“Students just have to stop by

with the required documents, and we help them with the rest.

We will have knowledgeable staff available to help at all three campuses,” Galvan said.

For more information, please contact STC Student Financial Services at 956-872-8375 or go online to http://studentservices. southtexascollege.edu/finaid/ index.html.

As the 1st six weeks came to an end, Alejandra Sanchez’s class at Y.B. Escobar Elementary wrapped up their first novel, “The Lightning Thief”. Students enjoyed learning all about Greek Mythology! After creating a Greek Mythology Family Tree, students had the opportunity to use their creativity to make their own personal Family Tree. What a great project!! (Photos and information courtesy Alejandra Sanchez.)

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2017

Veterans Event & Exhibit RGC Kelsey-Bass Museum 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

NOVEMBER 8, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

Sunday, November 5th

Rio Grande City Community Events

Veterans Recognition Mass 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon Immaculate Concep:on Church

Tuesday, November 8th

HEB - Veterans Breakfast Starr Plaza Shopping Center 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Wednesday November 8th

RGC IDEA School Veterans Program FM 3167 & Monarch Street 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Thursday, November 9th

STC Starr Campus Ceremony 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Starr County Campus FM 3167

City Appreciation Dinner 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM RGC VFW Hall

RGC’s Hope Lodge will post and display US flags on Main and 2nd Streets from November 5-12, 2017.

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Veterans Honor Wall Veterans Middle School 8:00 AM– 9:15 AM

Saturday, November 11th VFW Community Event

RGCCISD School District Luncheon Ringgold Elementary - Fort Ringgold 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Meet & Greet/Photos 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Luncheon 12:30 PM - Veteran’s Group Photo

(Outside FT Ringgold Auditorium) 12:50 PM – Veterans Line up, Enter Auditorium

RGCCISD Veterans Program Fort Ringgold Auditorium 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon City/County Cemetery Fairground Road Veterans Luncheon

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Grulla Elementary Honor Roll Brenda Salinas “A & B” Victor Rene Hernandez Jr., Yarely Shantal Hernandez, Ailanie Lopez, Jacob Lopez, Max Marroquin, Elijah James Ramirez, Maria Adamaris Sarinana 2ND GRADE Nancy Cahue “A” Deyaritzene Aizza Alaniz, Itzel Cruz, Ernesto Nathan Elicerio, Delaney Hernandez-Villarreal, Juan Antonio Lopez, Reymundo Lopez, Modesta Kaly Rosales, Caitlin Isabella Rucker “A & B” Roel Garcia Jr., Debahni Haleigh Garza, Edie Faith Garza, Roberto Lopez, Anareidy Morales, David Pena, Gabriel Salinas III., Emily Elizabeth Yanez Aurora Castillo “A” Ramon Gerardo Barrera Jr., Ernesto Beltran, Joselien Chapa Garcia, Mike’L West Hawkins-Cantu, Job Hernandez, Aniela Ramirez “A & B” Sebastian Ulises Fernandez, Eduardo Flores Jr., Myha Anthonela Garza, Jeison Omar Ibarra,

Jocelynn Marie Lopez, Alyssa Marie Resendez, Guadalupe Saenz III. Marta I Flores “A” Aryel Alea Gonzlez, Sergio Isaguirre III., Leonela Lee Ann Ramirez, Jordyn Alexandra Torres “A & B” Shanehl Lareine Avalos, Hector Garza Jr., Neyla Sanjuanita Guerrero, Rose Mary Hernandez, Diego Ontiveros, David Malik Sanchez, Naveah Andrea Solis, Lizeth Torres Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Sebastian Alvarez Dania Salinas “A” Janika Kay Flores, Ruben Galaviz Jr., Adrian Garcia, Layla Litzel Lopez, Ruben Eden Lopez, Aurora Mendiola Garza, Kristalynn Mia Perez, Isaiah Eli Salinas “A” & B” Maryse Alanis, Esmeralda Galaviz, Makayla Adriana Perez 3RD GRADE Socorro Chavana “A” Joel Adalberto Gonzalez, Yarianna Itzel Rios, Thor Rivera,

Diego Azael Zendeja Deleon “A & B” Gabriella Itzel Banda, Brianna Denise De Leon, Leonardo Garza, Dominick Luis Garza, Peyton Raine Garza, Fredie Alexander Martinez, Jeshua Olivares, Ruby Lee Rios, Ayleen Monserrat Zepeda Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Dante ES Lopez Carina Guerrero “A” Naeli Jazbell Farias, Mairany Garcia “A&B” Angelina Dyanika Espinoza, Carlos Daniel Ibarra, Sebastian Ortiz, Octavio Alexander Ruiz Garza, Emmanuel Torres Herrada, Giovanni Torres Moya, Alyah Marie Zarate, Jonathan Zuniga Chavira Alexandra Hellmund “A” Kaylani Nevaeh Bazan, Amber Nichole Garza “A & B” Mariely Garza, Miguel Angel Gonzalez, Sergio Alberto Lopez Jr., Manuel Adrian Martinez, Juan Ortiz III., Aubrey Nevaeh Quiroz, Erik Rivera

Continued from last week (Nov. 1, 2017), page 8

Janet Zarate “A” Brianna Jasmine Davila, Denessa Alizae Elizondo, Devani Elaine Gonzalez, Kaylynn Ivanna Lopez, Kalinah Montenegro, Alex J Moreno, Loretta Nicole Silva, Bertha Alicia Zendeja Deleon “A & B” Jose Luis Alaffa III., Alexis Isaiah Barrera, Fernando Garza, Jonathan Gracia, Ashley Marie Perez, Skylynn Nevaeh Trevino, Jaime Isaias Villarreal 4TH GRADE Carisa Bazan “A” Yailyn Reyna Garza, Julian Andrew Zarate “A & B” Layla Lynn Flores, Kassandra Elizabeth Garza, Jeremiah Anthony Lopez, Matthew Eli Martinez, Mia Anahi Martinez, Madison Marie Montalvo, Nalanie Yvette Pena, Robert Jerry Ruelas

Joana Rodriguez “A” Edrie Camilla Rangel “A & B” Joshua Andrew Flores, Lorissa Marie Flores, Sarai Garza, David Guerra Jr., Hector Hugo Guerrero, Michael Darren Ortiz, Yaletzy Alexandria Perales Sonya Salinas “A” Carlos Cantu, Denaly Ozuna, Thelma Jaylyn Vasquez “A & B” Jacob Isaiah Cardoza, Abigail Gomez, Bryan Hinojosa, Eleyne Mendoza, Tadiel Angel Olivares, Aiden Eliah Rivera, Leylanie Azenetth Rodriguez, Destiny Marie Rosales, Jaeda Alani Salinas Olga Barreiro Solis “A” Deann Ilene Flores, Jonathan Flores “A& B” Kimberly Elayne Chapa, Jose Manuel Lopez, Aralynn Savannah Molina, Juan Marcos Villavicencio Flores

5TH GRADE Nancy Yvette Pena “A” Jonathan Jay Andrade, Juan Carlos Gonzalez Jr., Melanie Kassandra Orellana, Deryn Roel Solis “A & B” Yulianna Azzeneth Hernandez Idolina Ramon “A” Ariana Delgadillo, Dayra Natasha Diaz “A & B” Anthony Aguilar, Ozbiel Alejandro Balderas, Tristan Javier Banda, Jeslynn Liana Guevara, Juillet Pena, Valeria Anette Saenz, Sarah Elisa Sanchez Jessica L. Salinas “A” Bruno Dwayne Acevedo Jr., Karollina Bernal, Miley Ray De Anda, Hector Galvan, Reuben Lee Martinez HONOR ROLL, section II, page 4

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HONOR ROLL “A & B” Roberto Benavidez, Oscar Sebastian Castillo, Gerardo Gonzalez Jr., Emma Rose Hasbun, Glory Beth Leal Rocha, Alan Rosales

From the Desk of Judith A. Solis, Attorney at Law

Continued from section II, page 3

Nancy Lee Villarreal “A” Julian Alvarado, Myla Anzaldua, Lindsey Sky Contreras, Ricardo Alexis Hernandez, Melissa Munoz

“A & B” Shayla Shanelle Garza, Eden Eli Gomez, Iris Guajardo, Dora Nelly Olivarez, Aaliyah Diamondique Ramirez, Joselyn Tamez

Hello Readers... this week I am going to continue to discuss wills, powers of attorney, and guardianships.

These are legal topics that we all tend to ignore but that are very important. I know that we tend to avoid these topics because it is uncomfortable, but it is inevitable.

We should be prepared in case we have an extended illness or otherwise become incapacitated to make it less burdensome on our loved ones. We must also be prepared when a loved one becomes incapacitated because of illness or accident.

Last week I discussed the difference between a power of attorney and a guardianship.

Often, people think that they are the same thing. They are not.

The most fundamental difference between both is that a power of attorney if temporary and can be revoked. A guardianship, for most purposes, is permanent.

A guardianship is necessary for people who because of an illness or infirmity can no longer make decisions for themselves. The two most common cases I see when people need guardianships is elderly relatives or adult children born with mental and/ or physical disabilities who need a guardian to act on their behalf when it comes to their medical decisions and their finances.

A parent has all the right to make all medical and legal decisions for their children, up to

the age of 18. After the age of 18, persons are considered adults in the eyes of the law.

So even if a child is born with a developmental or physical issue they are considered “emancipated”, or able to act in their own. So, the parent or person caring for them must apply to the Court to become the legal guardian to make the decisions for the person. I will discuss this process more in the next article.

As always, please remember that if you have a legal situation or problem, it is BEST to consult in person with an attorney. This column is simply advice I give to help readers because they are commonly asked of me. Until next week...

Attractive kestrels are our smallest falcons The falcons you’re most likely to see are called American k e s t r e l s .

They’re here every winter and can commonly be seen perched on utility wires.

About the size of a robin, they’re our smallest falcon.

American kestrels are easy to identify. The rather round head has two dark lines running down each side and a sharp, hooked beak.

Males have blue-gray wings and the females have brown w i n g s .

Both have rusty-red tails which have a black bar and a narrow white line at the tip.

The rest of a male’s tail is plain but the female’s has a series of narrow black bands.

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When flying they alternate between a few rapid wing beats and a short glide. Unlike most birds, it’s common to see them hover and drop down to grab a large insect or mouse. The wings are noticeably pointed and the tail relatively long, which identifies them as falcons. When perched the tail often bobs up and down.

With the color patterns and the streamlined shape, they’re particularly attractive little raptors and there’s no doubt they’re beneficial. While they take an occasional small bird, lizard or frog their diet is almost entirely insects and mice.

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extends to the tree-line in northern Canada, well into Mexico and from coast to coast.

While generally seen in rather open country, they occasionally show up in urban areas where sparrows are abundant.

Admirably, both the male and female share in the incubation of the light pink, brown splotched eggs. The male also hunts food to bring to the female during incubation and when the hatchlings appear both parents hunt for food.

It’s believed that they mate for life, which I should note is often very short. Checking hundreds of banded kestrels yielded evidence that, in the wild, average life expectancy is a mere one year and three months. Captive kestrels have lived for at least 17 years.

They make good pets but it’s illegal to cage them.

American kestrels are so beneficial and so attractive it’s impossible not to love them.

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